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Rays of hope for Cuba's renewable energy objectives

[2017-06-07 07:36]

HAVANA - Sun-scorched Cuba is looking to harness solar energy to reduce its reliance on pricey imported fossil fuels and further develop renewable energy.

Harvard rescinds offers over explicit Facebook posts

[2017-06-07 07:36]

One of the leading universities in the United States has withdrawn offers of admission from at least 10 prospective students after they were found to have posted "sexually explicit" memes and messages that sometimes targeted minority groups in a private Facebook chat.

Bound by history, united by culture

[2017-06-06 07:12]

HAVANA - Ever since the first Chinese immigrants arrived in Cuba 170 years ago, the process of cultural exchange has never stopped.

Climber masters 'daunting' El Capitan

[2017-06-06 07:12]

SAN FRANCISCO - Alex Honnold had dreamed about climbing the mighty El Capitan in Yosemite National Park without any safety gear for eight years. But every time he looked up the massive granite wall, he found it too daunting.

Villagers fear for lives after elephant raid wreaks havoc

[2017-06-06 07:12]

ARUSHA, Tanzania - Villagers in Tanzania's northern districts of Monduli say they fear for their lives after a herd of wild elephants strayed into their areas, local authorities said on Sunday.

Beyond kebabs: Turkish cuisine seeks seat at table

[2017-06-06 07:12]

ISTANBUL - In a bid to banish stereotypes of late-night greasy fast food, Turkish chefs are trying to burnish their image by showcasing the culinary riches the country has to offer.

Superhero rules with record start for female director

[2017-06-06 07:12]

LOS ANGELES - Wonder Woman conquered milestones and movie myths at North American theaters, where the Patty Jenkins-directed superhero film powered its way to a $100.5 million debut this weekend and became the biggest blockbuster ever directed by a woman.

Grande honors victims of terror

[2017-06-06 07:12]

MANCHESTER, England - US singer Ariana Grande held a concert in Manchester on Sunday, just two weeks after her show at the city's arena ended with the United Kingdom's worst terror attack.

Safety concerns hang over global airlines conference in Mexico

[2017-06-06 07:12]

CANCUN, Mexico - A deadly attack in London and debate over travel restrictions in the United States put safety concerns high on the agenda as global airline executives gathered on Sunday for the industry's largest meeting of the year.

Putin dismisses US claims of meddling

[2017-06-06 07:12]

WASHINGTON - Russian President Vladimir Putin said claims about Russian involvement in US elections are untrue, adding that the United States actively interferes with elections in other countries.

Duterte invites rebels to join fight against extremists

[2017-06-06 07:12]

MANILA - Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has invited Muslim rebels to join the military in the fight against extremists allied with the Islamic State group.

India launches its heaviest rocket into space

[2017-06-06 07:12]

NEW DELHI - India on Monday launched its heaviest rocket that scientists say could be used in the future to carry an astronaut into space.

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